Two Cut Sunflowers
1887 Kunstmuseum Bern
About this artwork
This painting features two large, cut sunflower heads rendered with impasto brushstrokes. It is part of Van Gogh's series exploring the life cycle of sunflowers, capturing them in various stages.
Did you know?
Vincent van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' series is among his most famous works, symbolizing life and hope. This particular painting, 'Two Cut Sunflowers,' showcases his distinctive use of thick, energetic brushstrokes to convey texture and vitality, even in their cut state. While often associated with vibrant blooms in vases, this work focuses on the weighty, seed-laden heads, reflecting a different facet of the plant's life cycle.
On your wall. Unlock the HD download and keep this piece in your Vault — forever.
Know the artwork. Knowing its title and artist turns a beautiful image into a story worth sharing — with a museum label:
Two Cut Sunflowers
Vincent van Gogh, 1887
